Play, Learning and the Early Childhood Curriculum: SAGE Publications (One-off Ser.)

Synopsis

The Third Edition of this popular book reflects contemporary research as well as thinking about the role and value of play in learning and development, within and beyond early childhood. The author explores recent developments across international contexts which endorse play, and argues for critical engagement with some aspects of policy discourse in how 'educational play' is constrructed. This accesible book also reviews contemporary theoretical trends which focus on the meanings and intentions that children bring to their play. The new edition includes coverage of: - play in education policies; UK and international perspectives - working with parents - social and cultural diversity - children with special educational needs and disabilities - outdoor play Each chapter includes case studies provided by practitioners, along with questions and tasks to promote critical engagement and reflection on key issues and debates. This book is for students on Childhood Studies courses and those on Initial Teacher Education and Masters programmes in early childhood and primary education. Experienced practitioners on CPD courses will also find it useful. For additional online material visit www.sagepub.co.uk/wood

Copyright:

2012

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9781446289464

Related ISBNs:

9781446234259, 9781446276457, 9781849201162, 9781849201155

Publisher:

SAGE Publications

Date of Addition:

04/20/18

Copyrighted By:

Elizabeth Wood

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Textbooks, Education

Grade Levels:

College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Graduate Student

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This is a copyrighted book.